COM 546Project Presentation

Marc Pease

Cable Television Refranchising is providing an opportunity for King County communities, including Vashon island, to develop a vision for local media and technology for the next ten years.

Innovation-decision process

King County Cable Television Re-franchising Process

Core Values of PEG Access

Awareness-knowledge

Vashon Community Vision and participationNew Opportunities for community

communications

Conversations to make a difference using technologies

Focus Groups providing input in the process to make an impact in King County.

Implementation and Confirmation

Timeframe for final approval and technology applications for Vashon Island.

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